It’s the beginning of 2020, and throughout the year people will be shopping for a fresh bmx bike. A bike over $500 seems intimidating. This post is created to help you find a great bike for less than $500.
I created a whole post here to help you pick a perfect bike. Complete BMX Buying guide
4. 2020 Sunday Blueprint
$369.99
Overview
The Primer is a serious starter bike at a seriously great price. Built around a pro-level geometry in a range of top tube sizes, the Primer is spec’d with quality parts like Odyssey Springfield brakes and Path Pro tires. The 2020 Primer also includes a fully sealed rear cassette hub and proven parts like the Sunday Freeze Stem and an FSA Headset.
Specs
| FRAME MATERIAL: Hi-Ten Steel |
| WHEEL SIZE: 20″ |
| TOP TUBE LENGTH: 20-21″ – Learn what size is right for you here. |
| CHAIN STAY LENGTH: 13.2-13.5″ |
| HEADTUBE ANGLE: 75° |
| SEAT TUBE ANGLE: 71° |
| FORKS: Sunday Primer, 20″ fork w/ 2-piece steerer tube and welded pre-load |
| BARS: Sunday, 9 x 28.5″, 12° backsweep, 4° upsweep, 2-piece |
| STEM: Sunday Freeze top load, 48mm |
| HEADSET: FSA integrated, 1-1/8″ |
| BRAKE MOUNTS: Welded |
| BRAKES: Odyssey Springfield U-brake |
| FRONT HUB: Sunday, 36H, low-flange, loose-ball, 3/8″ axle |
| FRONT RIM: P-7X aluminum, 20″, 36H |
| REAR HUB: Sunday, 36H, sealed, 14mm axle w/ 9T Driver |
| REAR RIM: P-7X aluminum, 20″, 36H |
| TYRES: Odyssey Path Pro OEM, 20 x 2.4″ |
| SPROCKET: Sunday Sabertooth V2, 25T, steel |
| CRANKS: 160mm, 3-piece, chromoly |
| BB: Sealed, Mid, 19mm |
| PEDALS: Wellgo platform, plastic |
| SEAT: Sunday Badge, seat and post combo |
| GEARING: 25/9 |
| WEIGHT: 25.7 lbs |
Conclusion
The 2020 Primer is a pretty good bike. It has a ton of color options, and size options. I don’t like that the frame is hi-tensile steel, With double wall rims. however, this bike is perfect for beginners who just want to start and try the sport. Getting a low-quality bike like this is perfect if you only plan to ride a little bit.
3. 2020 Kink Launch
$319
Overview
The 2020 Launch continues the legacy of a truly remarkable bike. This bike is still one of the best value priced models in the market, hands down, year after year. Available in Gloss Guinness Black, Matte Dusk Lilac, and Gloss Raw Holographic colorways, the Launch pairs its great color selection with even better components.
The Launch is equipped with both a sealed integrated headset and sealed Mid bottom bracket, which drastically improves performance and virtually eliminates maintenance of these components. Combined with a parts package that includes Kink Stryker forks, Kink Human CC 8.75” bars, and Mission Triumph 3pc tubular chromoly cranks, this bike is a rookies dream.
Specs
| Frame Material: 100% Hi-Ten Steel |
| Toptube Length: 20.25″ – Learn what size is right for you here. |
| Fork: Kink Stryker 4130 Chromoly Steerer Tapered Fork Legs |
| Bars: Kink Human CC 8.75” 100% Hi-Ten Steel |
| Grips: Kink Paragon Flangeless |
| Barends: Kink Thrust |
| Stem: Kink Bold HRD 50mm |
| Headset: Mission Sealed Integrated (41.8 x 45) |
| Brake Lever: Mission Token |
| Brake Cable: Mission L3 Linear |
| Brakes: Mission Cease V2 |
| Cranks: Mission Triumph 3pc Tubular Chromoly 170mm – 8 Spline |
| Bottom Bracket: Sealed Mid 19mm |
| Pedals: Kink Hemlock |
| Chain: Mission 410 |
| Sprocket: Mission Rank 25T |
| Front Hub: Mission Covert Unsealed 3/8″ Axle |
| Rear Hub: Mission Function Semi-Sealed Cassette 14mm |
| Driver: 9T |
| Front Rim: Mission X7 |
| Rear Rim: Mission X7 |
| Seat: Mission Garson Combo |
| Post: Mission Combo Steel Post |
| Seat Clamp: Mission Slim |
| Front Tire: Kink Sever 2.4″ |
| Rear Tire: Kink Sever 2.4″ |
| Gyro Tabs: Tapped for Tabs |
| Weight: 26lb 6oz |
Conclusion
I really like the Kink launch because of the colors and the small top tube. Kink design the launch to be a low priced entry-level BMX. With the goal to bring in new riders. Sadly, the lunch does not have chromoly on the frame or bars. Weighing only 26 lb this bike will get a lot of people into BMX and serve its purpose as an entry-level.
2. 2020 Kink Downside
$499
Overview
Freshened up once again for 2020, the Kink Downside continues to get even better. The general construction is nothing less than you would expect, with its 100% 4130 chromoly frame, fork, bars, and sealed bearings throughout the bike. The big bars, short backend, and sealed rear freecoaster hub mean the Downside is ready for some serious riding. The special Matte Dusk Sage colorway needs to be seen in person to be truly appreciated, and the paired skin wall tires and black parts keep this bike looking pro.
Specs
| Frame Material: 100% 4130 Chromoly |
| Toptube Length: 20.75″ – Learn what size is right for you here. |
| Fork: Kink Trident 100% 4130 Chromoly 1pc Steerer Tube Tapered Fork Legs |
| Bars: Kink Grizzly CC 9″ 100% 4130 Chromoly |
| Grips: Kink Ace Flangeless |
| Barends: Kink Thrust |
| Stem: Kink Bold HRD 50mm |
| Headset: Mission Sealed Integrated (41.8 x 45) |
| Brake Lever: Mission Token |
| Brake Cable: Mission L4 Linear |
| Brakes: Mission Cease V2 (Removable Mounts) |
| Cranks: Kink Ridge 3pc Tubular Chromoly 170mm – 8 Spline |
| Bottom Bracket: Sealed Mid 19mm |
| Pedals: Kink Hemlock NF |
| Chain: Mission 510H |
| Sprocket: Mission Nexus 25T 6061 Aluminum |
| Front Hub: Mission Invade Sealed Bolt-In Hub |
| Rear Hub: Mission Dispatch Sealed Freecoaster 14mm |
| Driver: Sealed 9T |
| Front Rim: Mission Mylar |
| Rear Rim: Mission Mylar |
| Seat: Kink Ericsson Stealth |
| Post: Mission Stealth |
| Clamp: Integrated |
| Weight: 26.9 lbs |
Conclusion
After writing the review on this bike, I quickly decided this was probably my favorite bike of 2020. The price is just so good and you get things like full chromoly in double wall rims. Not many bike companies are able to make a bike with this level of quality for this low of a price. Good job Kink.
1. 2020 Cult Control
$499.95
Overview
The Cult Control is a superb bike for riders looking for the next step-up in terms of performance. This ride is an intermediate-range BMX and features a range of aftermarket parts bolted to a 100% CrMo construction. Providing a lightweight and ultra-durable performance, its modern progressive geometry ensures you have total confidence in your ride. This freestyler is built so you feel your ride, when blasting over challenges you never thought you had the ability to achieve.
Specs
| Material: 100% CrMo |
| Top Tube Length: 20.75″ |
| Chain Stay Length: 13.65″ |
| Headtube Angle: 75° |
| Seat Tube Angle: 71° |
| Forks: CrMo Steerer Tube 10mm Drop Outs |
| Bars: 100% CrMo 9×30″ |
| Stem: Forged Salvation V5 Top Load |
| Headset: Integrated |
| Brake Mounts: Removable |
| Brakes: 990 U-Brake |
| Front Hub: 3/8″ Sealed with 17mm flange nut |
| Front Rim: Cult Match SW Alloy |
| Rear Hub: 14mm, Sealed with 9T Sealed Driver |
| Rear Rim: Cult Match SW Alloy |
| Tyres: 2.4″ Cult X Vans |
| Sprocket: 25T Member Style |
| Cranks: 3PC CrMo 170mm HT |
| Bottom Bracket: Sealed Mid |
| Pedals: Cult Nylon |
| Seat: Cult Pivota |
| Gearing: 25/9T |
Conclusion
The 2020 cult control earns the spot as number one due to the fact but it’s full chromoly with double wall rims right at $500. Riders that choose this bike will get a super high quality BMX bike that’s sure to last them as they progress through the sport. Call is the only company that I reviewed the table to offer this level of quality at this low of a price.
The End.
These are my personal opinions, and just because a bike isn’t on this list doesn’t mean its a bad bike. I encourage you to look through my website at the beginner reviews to find other low priced bikes and check the quality.
